Celina ISD school board meeting filled with community members voicing their frustration
During public comment, parents said the lack of communication from the school district has only added to their frustration.
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Flagg posts 27 points, 3 blocked shots to help Mavericks beat the Nets 113-105
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points and matched a season high with three blocks, and Naji Marshall had three straight baskets down the stretch and finished with 22 points as the depleted Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-105.
Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku arrested in North Texas
Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku was arrested and later bailed out of Collin County jail.
Hegseth praises Lockheed Martin workers during visit to Fort Worth plant
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth highlighted the role of the F-35 fighter jet and its workforce during a visit to Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth plant.
Cleo Hearn's legacy rides on at Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
Cowboys of Color will ride without its founder Cleo Hearn, honoring the rodeo legend who spent more than 50 years spotlighting the diverse history of the American West.
Dallas police report 12% drop in violent crime despite staffing shortage
Dallas police told City Council that violent crime fell 12% in 2025 despite a staffing shortage, pushing back against Gov. Greg Abbott's recent public safety claims.
Above-average warmth continues across DFW despite chilly mornings
After cold starts in the 30s, North Texas temperatures are rebounding into the 60s and are expected to stay warmer than average this week.
Man shot, killed for allegedly attempting to break into garage, Fort Worth police say
Medics worked to provide life-saving measures, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
Trump to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado will meet with President Trump on Thursday, a White House official said.
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Arlington ISD says cellphone ban has been successful so far this school year
Superintendent Matt Smith said their district has been pleasantly surprised by the success so far this school year.
Grand Prairie ISD reveals optimization plan to consolidate, close schools
At Thursday night's meeting of the board of trustees, the superintendent identified three campuses that would close.
TEA announces state take over of Lake Worth ISD
The Texas Education Agency sent a letter to Lake Worth ISD on Thursday, announcing that the state would step in and take over the district.
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD votes to close, consolidate 2 elementary schools
The vote passed just before midnight to close Bransford and Dove Elementary schools.
Fort Worth ISD votes to close another campus
Western Hills Primary will close and consolidate with Western Hills Elementary in the 2026-2027 school year.
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Some clouds in the sky Tuesday for North Texas with several cold fronts this week
North Texas can expect some clouds in the sky on Tuesday. We remain near to above normal temps. Expect several cold fronts this week.
North Texas woman both praised and criticized for sharing ICE location on social media
A TikTok video posted by a Dallas woman, which now has over 2.5 million views, led to praise from those opposed to ICE enforcement but also criticism from others who accused her of doxing the agents staying at the hotel and putting them at risk.
Celina ISD school board meeting filled with community members voicing their frustration
Frustration filled a special Celina ISD school board meeting Monday night as parents demanded transparency following the district's investigation into former middle school teacher and coach Caleb Elliott.
Texas DPS arrests Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku
The Texas Department of Public Safety told CBS News Texas that a trooper witnessed "a vehicle being operated recklessly" on the southbound lanes of Dallas North Tollway just before midnight on Saturday. Jail records show Ezeiruaku was booked into the Collin County jail for reckless driving on Sunday, Jan. 11. He was released the same day with a bond of $500 and other unlisted conditions.
Emailed threats at Frisco ISD deemed non-credible and police lift secure status at schools
Emailed threats to the Frisco ISD sent the school district into a secure status on Monday, but police later found that the threats were non-credible. CBS Texas Brian New reports.
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Some clouds in the sky Tuesday for North Texas with several cold fronts this week
North Texas can expect some clouds in the sky on Tuesday. We remain near to above normal temps. Expect several cold fronts this week.
North Texas warms into the mid-60s before midweek cooldown and windy conditions
Above-average temperatures continue across North Texas with highs in the mid-60s and increasing clouds, while only spotty sprinkles are possible in far southern counties ahead of a windy midweek front that brings a brief cooldown and little chance for meaningful rain.
Temperatures to be in mid to low 60s across North Texas this week
Overall, it's a pretty quiet weather week in DFW. An upper-level system being tracked from the south is the reason for the cloud cover Monday and Tuesday. There's a small chance of rain to the south of DFW on Tuesday.
Chilly mornings, above-average highs in the afternoon expected for North Texas this workweek
While it is a chilly start every morning this week, temperatures rise into the mid-60s by the afternoons, with plenty of sunshine and some cloud cover.
Beyond the Border
How more Texas law enforcement agencies are working with federal immigration authorities
While the 287(g) program isn't new, it's dramatically grown in Texas over the past 12 months.
Trump's support among Latinos slips, Pew report shows
A new Pew survey shows Trump's support among Latinos slipping as many say his immigration and economic policies have worsened their situation.
Amid visa backlog, foreign-born North Texas pastor self-deports
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
North Texas pastor among foreign-born religious workers forced to self-deport
Pastor Albert Oliveira is just one of the many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States choosing to self-deport amid a visa backlog.
U.S. immigrant population sees decline after record high, report finds
For decades, the nation's overall immigrant population has been climbing. But shifting policies are reversing that trend.
Future uncertain for programs supporting migrant children facing immigration court
For migrant children, who range in age from 3 to 17 years old and arrive in the U.S. without a guardian, applying for asylum can be a confusing obstacle.
Gov. Abbott signs 2 new bills to strengthen border security, immigration enforcement
SB 36 will create a division of Homeland Security within Texas's Department of Public Safety.
As news of immigration court arrests spread, some migrants weigh self-deporting
Two weeks ago, the Trump administration began carrying out its latest tactic aimed at fast-tracking deportations.
ICE arrests immigrants at Dallas courthouse amid new deportation tactic
The detentions come on the heels of similar arrests earlier this week in immigration courts across the country.
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How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
Your phone and laptop could be a fire hazard at 35,000 feet
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
VA home care changes in Texas: fewer hours for some vets, rural caregiver pay to drop in January
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
Stolen suitcase, GPS tracker, and weeks of waiting on police: inside a North Texas couple's search for answers
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
School buses improve educational outcomes. Why are they massively underfunded?
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
I-Team Investigation: A patchwork of protection
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
Texas woman shares violent video of jail experience
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
In jail instead of a hospital; the struggle to get mental health treatment in Texas
The average wait for a bed in a maximum-security psychiatric facility in Texas is over eight months.
New messages show why Kerr County judge was absent in aftermath of deadly July 4th floods
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
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Flagg posts 27 points, 3 blocked shots to help Mavericks beat the Nets 113-105
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points and matched a season high with three blocks, and Naji Marshall had three straight baskets down the stretch and finished with 22 points as the depleted Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-105.
Bulls beat Mavericks 125-107 after Kidd is ejected in the first quarter
The Bulls put seven players in double figures, outscored the Mavericks 38-8 in fast-break points and never trailed.
Championship parade held for the South Oak Cliff High School Golden Bears after winning 5A state football championship
The community gathered Saturday at a parade to celebrate the remarkable season for the South Oak Cliff Golden Bears, who won the Texas UIL 5A Division II state football championship.
Mavs' Anthony Davis to miss time with ligament damage in hand, AP source says
Anthony Davis has ligament damage in his left hand, and the Dallas Mavericks' oft-injured big man could be facing an extended absence.
Former Dallas Cowboys player Jason Witten hired by Oklahoma Sooners as new tight ends coach
Jason Witten is packing up and heading north after being hired by Oklahoma University as the Sooner's new tight ends coach.
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Celina ISD school board meeting filled with community members voicing their frustration
During public comment, parents said the lack of communication from the school district has only added to their frustration.
Flagg posts 27 points, 3 blocked shots to help Mavericks beat the Nets 113-105
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points and matched a season high with three blocks, and Naji Marshall had three straight baskets down the stretch and finished with 22 points as the depleted Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-105.
Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku arrested in North Texas
Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku was arrested and later bailed out of Collin County jail.
Hegseth praises Lockheed Martin workers during visit to Fort Worth plant
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth highlighted the role of the F-35 fighter jet and its workforce during a visit to Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth plant.
Cleo Hearn's legacy rides on at Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
Cowboys of Color will ride without its founder Cleo Hearn, honoring the rodeo legend who spent more than 50 years spotlighting the diverse history of the American West.
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Your phone and laptop could be a fire hazard at 35,000 feet
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
VA home care changes in Texas: fewer hours for some vets, rural caregiver pay to drop in January
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
Stolen suitcase, GPS tracker, and weeks of waiting on police: inside a North Texas couple's search for answers
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
School buses improve educational outcomes. Why are they massively underfunded?
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
I-Team Investigation: A patchwork of protection
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Hegseth praises Lockheed Martin workers during visit to Fort Worth plant
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth highlighted the role of the F-35 fighter jet and its workforce during a visit to Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth plant.
Trump to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado will meet with President Trump on Thursday, a White House official said.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
Powell says the Fed was served DOJ subpoenas over building renovations
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
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Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
See which retailers are changing their return policies for the holidays
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas agricultural commissioner calls for ban on additives in public water
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
With paper tags going away in Texas, officials fear toll dodgers will use fake metal plates
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
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Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
State of denial: How insurance companies impact health care today
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Mountain cedar making North Texas allergy sufferers miserable
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
Full-body scans in Plano detect health issues before symptoms, patient says scan changed his life
In Plano, Dragonfly Scans is a healthcare company that wants to show you what's happening inside your body.
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Salad and Go closing all Texas, Oklahoma locations
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Venezuela's vast oil reserves draw interest, but benefits remain unclear
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Will Texas immediately benefit from rebuilding Venezuela's oil infrastructure?
Trump said the "whole infrastructure" of Venezuela has to be rebuilt and that American companies would be used to rebuild it.
Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory brings thousands of jobs to North Texas
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
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Flagg posts 27 points, 3 blocked shots to help Mavericks beat the Nets 113-105
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points and matched a season high with three blocks, and Naji Marshall had three straight baskets down the stretch and finished with 22 points as the depleted Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-105.
Bulls beat Mavericks 125-107 after Kidd is ejected in the first quarter
The Bulls put seven players in double figures, outscored the Mavericks 38-8 in fast-break points and never trailed.
Championship parade held for the South Oak Cliff High School Golden Bears after winning 5A state football championship
The community gathered Saturday at a parade to celebrate the remarkable season for the South Oak Cliff Golden Bears, who won the Texas UIL 5A Division II state football championship.
Mavs' Anthony Davis to miss time with ligament damage in hand, AP source says
Anthony Davis has ligament damage in his left hand, and the Dallas Mavericks' oft-injured big man could be facing an extended absence.
Former Dallas Cowboys player Jason Witten hired by Oklahoma Sooners as new tight ends coach
Jason Witten is packing up and heading north after being hired by Oklahoma University as the Sooner's new tight ends coach.
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Most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
The Golden Globes were Sunday night. Here's how to watch and what to know.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, dies at 78
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Actor Timothy Busfield faces child sex abuse charge in New Mexico
Timothy Busfield is known for appearances in "The West Wing," "Field of Dreams" and "Thirtysomething."
Rare Superman comic sells at auction for record $15 million
The comic sold for 10 cents when it came out in 1938, and introduced the world to Superman.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
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